5 Dog Breeds That Could Bear Being Left Alone At Home

If you’ve ever kept a dog, you’ll know how much they demand of their owner’s company. Since few people can stay at home all day, it seems like having a dog is incompatible with your career. However, there’s an excellent solution to this problem. Simply choose one from the 10 dog breeds below, they’re all independent dogs that cope well with loneliness.

1. Manchester Terrier

Thanks to their smooth black hair, the Manchester Terrier is quite close in appearance to the Doberman Pinscher, except of course for their body size. It was initially bred for vermin control as a rat or rabbit courser. As a result, the breed is very agile and speedy. The dogs are friendly too, and they won’t mind being left alone in the home during the day.

2. Chow chow

If we were to rank the dog breeds by how tolerant and independent they are of alone time without their owner’s company, then the Chow Chow would be the No.1. Though does it look like a toy bear wanting your cuddle, it is actually more like a cat. They’re not a fan of strangers at all and can sometimes appear aloof even with their owner. However, this breed is still very loyal to the people it loves.

3. Chihuahua

If you are keen on tiny dogs, the Chihuahua, which only weighs about 6 pounds, is a good choice for you. It is cuddly, energetic, and smart. Who can ask for more? It’s true that some people have the impression that Chihuahuas are aggressive and grumpy. However, they are perfectly capable of being gentle around kids and strangers, as long as they’re well-trained from an early age. Oh, it’s also worth bearing in mind that Chihuahuas are better when left alone in pairs.

4. Caucasian Shepherd Dog

The Caucasian Shepherd Dog, alias Russian Bear Dog, is a strongly-boned and muscular breed that was bred to protect the flocks and home from wild predators. It’s a witty, independent and stubborn dog breed, which means it can make a great guard dog. They do enjoy some alone time, but can be a bit tricky to train. As a result, the Caucasian Shepherd Dog may not be a suitable choice for those keeping a pet for the first time.

5. Miniature Schnauzer

It’s no big deal for the Miniature Schnauzer to stay at home alone, so long as there’s something that can keep their attention. This particular dog breed copes well entertaining themselves with toys, chews, and so on. However, it doesn’t mean that you can just leave your Schnauzer alone all the time. The sweet little dog still needs your attention once you’re back home.